Impressive Growth in Cyprus Tourism Revenue: €223.3m in Q1 2024, Surging 11.7% YoY

Revenue from tourism reached an estimated €223.3m in January–March 2024, rising 11.7% compared to €200m in the first quarter of 2023, Cystat said.

Based on the results of its Passengers Survey, in March, revenue from tourism reached €113m, compared to €97.8m in the corresponding month of 2023, recording an increase of 15.5%.

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The average expenditure per person was €558.88 in March 2024 compared to €530.72 in March 2023 (up 5.3%).

Tourists from the United Kingdom, again Cyprus’ largest tourist market with 31.8% of the total in March, spent on average €73.49 per day, while tourists from Poland, the second largest market with 10.4% of total tourists, spent on average €75.86.

Tourists from Germany, the third largest market with 9.8%, spent on average €98.66 per day, while tourists from Greece with 9% of the market, spent on average €43.37 per day.

Finally, tourists from Israel, the fifth place on the market with 8.2%, spent on average €143.21 per day.

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DuckDuckGo Embraces The No-AI Search Experience With New Browser Extensions

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

June 2, 2026

Alternative Search Shift

As user traffic continues to climb, DuckDuckGo is capitalizing on an emerging trend with the introduction of new browser extensions. These tools allow users to set their default search engine to the company’s dedicated no-AI experience at noai.duckduckgo.com, marking a decisive stance in today’s evolving search landscape.

User-Centric And Consistent Experience

The extensions guarantee that once activated, users are directed to an AI-free page devoid of AI-assisted answers, chat prompts, and an abundance of AI-generated images. Currently available for Chrome and Firefox, this initiative further extends to DuckDuckGo’s own browser, where AI settings remain intact even after clearing the browsing history.

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Market Momentum And Strategic Adaptation

DuckDuckGo’s strategy arrives just as market dynamics shift, notably after Google unveiled its first major AI integration into its search engine — redefining user experiences with interactive, AI-generated overviews, visualizations, and dynamic chat engagements. As traditional search paradigms give way under the weight of AI innovation, many users are turning to alternatives such as DuckDuckGo and Kagi for a more conventional search experience.

Balanced Approach To AI And Privacy

It is important to clarify that DuckDuckGo is not anti-AI. The company continuously integrates advanced AI solutions, offering its own AI chatbot and a subscription plan that includes state-of-the-art models alongside privacy tools such as VPN services, identity theft restoration, and personal information removal. This balanced approach underscores DuckDuckGo’s commitment to user privacy while embracing technological advancements.

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